June Carlson

June Carlson was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Jeep-Herders,” “A Trip to Paris,” and “Off to the Races.” She had a significant career as a juvenile actress during the 1930s and 1940s.

Personal and Family Life

Born Helen June Carlson on April 16, 1924, in Los Angeles, California, she married Donald C. McKean on June 5, 1945. They had three children together, but later divorced. After her acting career, June chose to focus on raising her family and found work in a department store’s cosmetics section.

Career Overview

June Carlson gained popularity as a child actress and was known for her frequent appearances in the ‘Jones Family’ series produced by 20th Century Fox. She also starred in some provocative films during her career, which included “Delinquent Daughters” and “Mom and Dad.” Her performances often showcased her talent in lighthearted comedies and family-centered stories.

Death and Legacy

June Carlson passed away on December 9, 1996, in San Clemente, California, due to an aneurysm. Her contributions to Hollywood during her youth remain a part of her legacy, and she is remembered for her classic film roles and her work within the ‘Jones Family’ series, which was popular in its time.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Delinquent Daughters 1944-07-15 June Thompson
Queen of the Yukon 1940-08-26 Helen Martin
Love on a Budget 1938-03-04 Lucy Jones
A Trip to Paris 1938-05-06 Lucy Jones
The Hawk of Powder River 1948-04-09 Carole Chambers
Too Busy to Work 1939-11-17 Lucy Jones
Mom and Dad 1945-01-03 Joan Blake
Everybody’s Baby 1939-03-24 Lucy Jones
Come Out Fighting 1945-09-29 Jane Riley
Big Business 1937-06-18 Lucy Jones
Young as You Feel 1940-02-16 Lucy Jones
Jeep-Herders 1945-12-01 Helen Martin
Every Saturday Night 1936-03-13 Lucy Evers
Back to Nature 1936-08-14 Lucy Jones
Hot Water 1937-09-24 Lucy Jones
Borrowing Trouble 1937-12-10 Lucy Jones
Safety in Numbers 1938-05-30 Lucy Jones
Down on the Farm 1938-10-11 Lucy Jones
Educating Father 1936-05-23 Lucy Jones
A Very Young Lady 1941-06-27 Madge
Quick Millions 1939-08-25 Lucy Jones
Checkers 1937-12-08 Sarah Williams
The Jones Family in Hollywood 1939-06-02 Lucy Jones
On Their Own 1940-05-17 Lucy Jones
Off to the Races 1937-02-05 Lucy Jones